Openda Ltd: Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) for Wholesale Distribution and Manufacturing
Openda Ltd is a United Kingdom-based Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software developer and IT solutions provider, established in 1997. Located in Wiltshire, the company specializes in creating, implementing, and supporting total business solutions designed primarily for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) within the wholesale distribution and manufacturing sectors. The company???s core mission is to improve the business efficiency of its clients by providing a robust, fully integrated software system that makes all aspects of a business trackable, measurable, and controllable.
The foundational principle of Openda is built around strong client relationships and a highly personalized service approach, operating with the motto "Performance starts with understanding". Beyond software development, the company's nature of business also includes information technology consultancy activities, as well as data processing, hosting, and related services, positioning them as a comprehensive technology partner.
Continue…Core Product: The QX ERP Software Solution
The main product offered by Openda Ltd is its specialist ERP software system, simply named QX. The QX system has been continually developed for over 20 years to remain at the forefront of technology, offering a complete, integrated suite that covers the entire business cycle. The software is designed to provide businesses with a single, unified view of their operations, reducing complexity and increasing efficiency.
Key Product Modules and Features
The QX ERP system is a modular solution that integrates all functional areas of a business. The key components, modules, and functionalities offered by the QX software include:
1. Financial Management
- Full Accounts Suite/Finance: A complete accounting package that manages all financial transactions and reporting requirements.
- Reporting: Tools for generating comprehensive business intelligence and performance reports to aid in decision-making.
- Making Tax Digital (VAT) Compatibility: Ensuring the finance module is compliant with current UK tax legislation for digital VAT submissions.
2. Supply Chain and Inventory
- Inventory Management: Functionality to track and manage stock levels, locations, and valuation.
- Purchasing: Tools to manage the procurement process, from requisition to supplier payments.
- Warehouse Management: Features that optimize warehouse operations, including picking, packing, and stock placement.
- Logistical Despatch: Management of the shipping and delivery process.
3. Sales, Marketing, and Customer Relationship Management
- Sales & Marketing: Modules to handle sales order processing and marketing activities.
- Customer Relationship Manager (CRM): A dedicated system for managing customer interactions, leads, and sales pipeline.
- QX Mobile Sales Force: A mobile application that provides sales personnel with on-the-go access to customer and product data, enabling order creation and real-time updates from outside the office.
4. Manufacturing
- Manufacturing: Specialized tools to manage production planning, job costing, and resource scheduling for manufacturing clients.
5. Infrastructure and Business Support
- Document Management: A component for electronically storing, retrieving, and managing business documents and files, integrating them directly with relevant business transactions.
- E-Commerce: Integration capabilities to connect the ERP system with online sales platforms, facilitating seamless order processing and inventory synchronization.
- Business Continuity: Features and services designed to ensure the system and its data remain available and operational, minimizing disruption in case of an incident.
Services Offered
Beyond the core QX product, Openda Ltd provides a full-service approach to their software solutions. Their service offerings include:
* Authoring: Development and continuous improvement of the QX software solution.
* Implementation: The process of installing, configuring, and deploying the QX system to meet the specific requirements of each client's business and operating procedures.
* Support: Ongoing technical assistance, maintenance, and expert advice to ensure the successful long-term operation of the ERP system.
* IT Consultancy: Providing expert advice on technology strategy and systems integration.
* Data Processing and Hosting: Offering services related to data management and system hosting to support their enterprise solutions.
In summary, Openda Ltd delivers an end-to-end Enterprise Infrastructure and IT solution through its proprietary QX ERP system, focusing on providing a comprehensive, single-platform system to manage the complex operations of wholesale distribution and manufacturing businesses.
